RIP: Limerick deaths and funeral details - Friday, October 16, 2026

The death has occurred of Sinéad Collins

Of Dromtrasna Collins, Abbeyfeale, V94 A6YT and formerly of Brittas Road, Thurles, Co Tipperary and Edinburgh, Scotland. Passed away unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, October 14, 2026.

Predeceased by her sister Aoife, grandparents William and Bridget Collins and Thomas and Mary White, uncles Maurice and Liam Collins.

Sinéad is very sadly missed by her heartbroken parents Denis and Joan, sister Róisín, Róisín’s partner Colum, aunts, uncle, cousins and her large circle of friends in Ireland and Scotland.

Sinéad will forever be in our thoughts.

Sinéad will repose at her family home, Dromtrasna Collins, Abbeyfeale, V94 A6YT, on Sunday, October 18, from 2pm until 4:30pm. A private cremation service will take place at Shannon Crematorium on Monday, October 19, 2026 at 4pm, for family and close friends. The service can be viewed on the Shannon Crematorium website by using code SCH4

House strictly private at all other times.

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The death has occurred of Desmond (Des) Corcoran

Of Ashville, Ballysheedy, Banagher, Offaly and Dublin

Former Radio Officer with Irish Shipping and Proprietor of the Shannon Hotel, Banagher.

Des passed away peacefully on October 15, 2026 at University Hospital Limerick, following a short illness, surrounded by his loving family.

Predeceased by his beloved wife Carmel and granddaughter Aoife, and cherished father of Tom, Niall, Serena, and Sue.

Des will be deeply missed by his family, adored grandchildren Malie, Conor, Cadhla, Róisín, Ruairí, and Cormac, daughter-in-law Christine, sons-in-law Declan and Keith, brother John, sister Phil Roche, sister-in-law and brother-in-law, nephews, nieces, other relatives, dear friends, and kind neighbours.

May he rest in peace

Reposing at Cross’s Funeral Home, Ballyneety, Co. Limerick, V94 A7Y3 Saturday, October 17, from 4:30 pm to 6pm.

Funeral arriving at St Patrick’s Church, Donoughmore, V94 V6T3 on Sunday, October 18, for requiem Mass at 12noon, followed by cremation service on Monday, October 19, at 12 pm in Shannon Crematorium, V14 PV30.

Family flowers only. Donations, if desired, to Milford Care Centre.

Des's family would like to extend their appreciation to the carers who spent time with him during his final months, and the staff at St Catherine's Nursing Home, Newcastle West who were so kind to him during his brief stay there.

Donations to Milford Care Centre in Memory of Desmond (Des) Corcoran.

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The death has occurred of Sr Mary Downey

Of Caherdavin

Passed away peacefully on October 15, 2026 at Milford Care Centre, surrounded by her Salesian Sisters.

Predeceased by her father James and mother Ellen, her infant brother and aunt Babe McEvoy. Sr. Mary will be sadly missed by her cousins, a wide circle of friends and her Salesian Community.

May she rest in peace in the heavenly kingdom.

Reposing at Milford Care Centre, Eircode: V94 H795 on Monday evening, October 19, from 5pm to 6.30pm. Funeral arriving at Christ the King Church, Caherdavin, V94K7C3 on Tuesday, October 20 for requiem Mass at 11.30am with burial afterwards in Castlemungret Cemetery.

Sr Mary’s requiem Mass will be live-streamed at: https://www.churchservices.tv/caherdavin

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The death has occurred of Harry Droog

Of Athlunkard, Corbally

On October 16, 2026 peacefully in the loving care of Milford Care Centre.

Beloved son of the late Hank and Anna. Dearly loved brother of Klara, AnnJo and the late Hans, Paula and Nico. Much loved and sadly missed by his sisters-in-law Anne and Elmar, brother-in-law Mark, nephews and nieces, extended family and friends.

May he rest in peace.

Reposing at Milford Care Centre on Sunday, October 18 from 4pm to 5:30pm followed by removal to St. Nicholas Church, Westbury. Requiem Mass will take place on Monday, October 19 at 11:30am followed by burial in Mount St Lawrence (Old) Cemetery.

Harry’s requiem Mass will be live-streamed at https://www.saintnicholasparish.ie/our-parish/webcam/

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The death has occurred of Pat Fox

Of Kilclooney, Knockanevin, Glenroe, and Cork

It is with great sadness that the Fox family announce the passing of Pat, a cherished husband,father,grand-father and friend. Pat passed away peacefully in the intensive care unit at University Hospital Cork, in the presence of his devoted family. Lovingly remembered by his wife Mary (O'Halloran), son John, daughter Bríd, son-in-law Tommy, daughter-in-law Sharon, grandchildren Stephanie,Adam,Olivia,Nora,Mary,Tom,and Sean'Og, Adam's partner Ellen,Stephanie's partner Ian,family friend Seb, brother John, sisters Nuala, Kathleen, and Lil (O'Connor, Manister), niece Eilish,nephews Mark, John and Patrick, brothers-in-law Joe and James, sister-in-law Ruth, grand-niece,grand-nephews, cousins, neighbours and many, many friends.

Reposing at Ryan's Funeral Home, Ballylanders, V35 A3F4 this Saturday evening October 17. from 5pm to 8pm. Reception into Our Lady of Ransom Church, Glenroe on Sunday October 18 for requiem Mass at 2pm. Burial afterwards in the adjoining cemetery. House private please. Family flowers only. Donations if desired to Cancer Research at C.U.H.

May Pat rest in peace.

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The death has occurred of Bridie Mulcaire (née Ahern)

Of Abbey Court, Rathkeale

It is with deep sadness we announce the death of Bridie Mulcaire (née Ahern) Abbey Court, Rathkeale.

Bridie passed away peacefully, at her residence, surrounded by her loving family, on October 15, 2026.

Very deeply regretted by husband Mike, sons James, Mikey and Sean, daughters Maureen and Catriona, daughters-in-law Bridgie and Shauna, sons-in-law Mike and Shane, adored grandchildren and great grandchildren, brothers, sisters, nephews, nieces, other relatives, friends and neighbours.

Predeceased by her great-grandson Peter, parents Sean and Kitty and also remembering at this time the extended Ahern and Mulcaire families.

May she rest in peace

Funeral arrangements later.

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The death has occurred of Michael Ryan

Of Toomaline, Doon and late of Roadstone, Ballyneety.

On October 16, 2026, died unexpectedly at home. Predeceased by his parents Kathleen and Paddy.

Sadly missed by his loving wife Helen, daughter Catherine Chloe, son-in-law Noel, brothers Timmy, PJ, John, Jim, Tom, Joe, Christy and Jerry, brothers-in-law, sisters-in-law, nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Rest in peace.

Reposing at White’s Funeral Home, Doon, V94 D450 on Sunday evening, October 18 from 3:30pm with removal at 6pm to St. Patrick’s Church, Doon. Requiem Mass Monday at 11.30 am with burial afterwards in Doon cemetery.

Requiem Mass will be streamed live at: http://www.churchcamlive.ie/doon

Michael's family would like to thank Dr Liam Casserly and the renal team, University Hospital Limerick and the dialysis unit.

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The death has occurred of Deirdre Gallagher

Of Rosbrien Road and Stamford, Connecticut, USA.

It is with profound sadness that the family of Deirdre Gallagher announces her sudden passing at her home in Stamford, Connecticut, on Sunday, October 4, 2026, aged 65.

Predeceased by her beloved parents, Frank and “Peg” Gallagher, and by her baby sister Ruth.

Deirdre is lovingly remembered by her stepmother Mary, her sisters Mary, Margaret, Geraldine, Alma and Katie, brother Andrew and her brothers-in-law Michael, Pat, James, Colin and Patrick.

She will also be missed by her nieces and nephews Stephen, Louise, Ruth, Aoife, Ciaran, Conor, Rory, Sean, Ciana, Aidan, Finley and Eoghan and by her grandnephews and grandnieces, Luke, Harry, Aodhla, Éinín, Beauden and Sonny, her nieces and nephews-in-law, aunts, cousins and extended family, both in Ireland and abroad.

Ní fheicfimid a leithéid arís.

A service celebrating Deirdre’s life took place on Tuesday, October 13, in Stamford, Connecticut.

A funeral Service for Deirdre’s cremated remains will take place in Griffin’s Funeral Home, John’s Gate, on Monday, October 19, from 12 noon to 1pm, followed by burial of ashes in Mount St. Lawrence (Extension) Cemetery.

For family and friends who are unable to attend in person, Deirdre’s memorial service at Griffin’s Funeral Home on Monday, October 19 at 12 noon can be viewed live via Zoom at: https://us04web.zoom.us/j/74931300756?pwd=Ddx6luKI8rKmbDKfsy7W2alFtsZITP.1#success

Meeting ID: 749 3130 0756

Passcode: Gallagher

Messages of sympathy may be conveyed through www.griffinfunerals.com or by post to Griffin’s Funeral Home.

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The death has occurred of Joan McSweeney (née Cremin)

Of Trebor, Ennis Road, originally of Castlemagner, Co Cork.

Peacefully, in St. John’s Hospital, Limerick on October 14, 2026.

Joan will be sadly missed by her loving husband Jim, children Padraig, Seán and Sharon, her adored grandchildren Alex, Rosalyn, Senan, Maeve and Vicky, daughter-in-law Dorota, son-in-law Liam, her sister Helen, brother-in-law Jim, sister-in-law Mary, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and friends.

Predeceased by her sister Margaret.

Rest in peace

Reposing at Griffin’s Funeral Home, John’s Gate, on Sunday, October 18, from 3pm to 4.30pm, followed by removal to Our Lady of the Rosary Church, Ennis Road. Requiem Mass will take place on Monday, October 19, at 11am. Burial will take place in St. Brigid’s Cemetery, Castlemagner, Co Cork (arriving approximately at 1.30pm).

Mass will be live streamed at https://www.ourladyoftherosaryparishlimerick.ie/our-parish/web-cam/

House private please.

Messages of sympathy may be conveyed through www.griffinfunerals.com or by post to Griffin’s Funeral Home.

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The death has occurred of Eileen O'Connor (née Brennan)

Of Garrienderk, Effin, Kilmallock and Charleville, Cork

The death has occurred of Eileen O'Connor (née Brennan) late of Garrienderk North, Kilmallock. Peacefully on October 14, at University Hospital Limerick, surrounded by her family.

Beloved wife of the late Mossie.

Sadly missed by her sons Pat and Maurice, daughter Jacqueline, daughters-in-law, adored grandchildren and great-grandchildren, sister-in-law Anna, nieces, nephews, cousins, relatives, neighbours and friends.

May she rest in peace.

Arriving to St. Patrick's Church, Garrienderk on Saturday for 11am requiem Mass. Burial afterwards to Holy Cross Cemetery, Charleville, Co Cork.

The family wishes to express their heartfelt gratitude to the doctors, nurses and staff at University Hospial Limerick for their exceptional care, kindness and compassion.

Family flowers only please.

Condolences may be sent by post to John O' Malley anbd Sons Funeral Directors, Newline, Charleville, Co. Cork.

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The death has occurred of Mary Byrnes (née Murray)

Of Ardagh

Passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at University Hospital Limerick on October 13, 2026.

Predeceased by her father Sam, mother Mary, brother Eddie, and son baby Martin James.

Deeply regretted by her much loved husband Moss, Sons Brian, Conor and Peter, Daughters Liz, Peg and Fiona, grandchildren Jason, Leanne, Marie, Dylan and Ciaran, Brian's partner Mags, Fiona's Partner Jamie, Jason's partner Tara and Liz's husband Barry, cousins Marian and Joe, extended family and friends.

May her gentle soul rest in peace.

Requiem Mass on Saturday, October 17, at 12 noon in St. Kieran's Church, Coolcappa followed by burial afterwards in Kilbradren Cemetery.

Family flowers only please. Donations if desired to St. Joseph's Foundation Charleville.

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The death has occurred of Sheamus Casey

Of Clansfort Terrace, Janesboro. Late of Krups Engineering,

On October 12, 2026, unexpectedly at University Hospital Limerick with his loving family and friends by his side.

Beloved husband of the late Aileen, son of the late Paddy and Peg and brother of the late John, Anne and Eugene. Sadly missed by his heartbroken brother Pat, sisters-in law, brothers-in-law, nephews, nieces, grandnieces, grandnephews, relatives, neighbours and special friends.

May he rest in peace.

Funeral has already taken place.

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The death has occurred of Anthony (Tony) Clancy

Of Mill Road, Corbally

Tony passed away peacefully at University Hospital Limerick on October 13, 2026, following a short illness, comforted by his loving family.

Predeceased in life by his beloved wife, Miriam, and his sisters, Rita and May.

Tony will be remembered as a popular electrical contractor in the Limerick community and as a valued member at Castletroy Golf Club, where he gave generously of his time and talents.

Tony leaves behind cherished memories for his daughter Suzanne, son Noel, grandchildren Aidan and Ben, daughter-in-law Mary, his partner Ruth, sisters Patsy and Frances, sister-in-law Anna, brothers-in-law Maurice and John, nieces, nephews, relatives, neighbours and his many friends.

Rest in peace.

Requiem Mass will take place on Saturday, October 17, at 10am. Funeral afterwards to Mount Saint Oliver Cemetery.

Mass will be streamed live at https://www.churchservices.tv/limerickstmaryscatholicchurch

Family flowers only please, donations, if desired, to a charity of your choice in Tony’s name.

House private please.

Messages of sympathy may be conveyed through www.griffinfunerals.com or by post to Griffin’s Funeral Home.

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